Overview of Animals in Old Testament Israel

The agricultural world of Old Testament Israel swarmed with animals—birds, insects, fish, pack animals, pets, animals for hunting, and domesticated herds of sheep, goats, and cattle.

Sources and Synthesis

Using information from the Bible, Ancient Near Eastern documents, anthropology, and archaeology, Borowski synthesizes what we know about the use of animals in biblical times for food, clothing, transportation, and even cultic practices.

Audience and Utility

This comprehensive catalog is a convenient desk resource for any reader—whether biblical scholar, archaeology student, or layperson. Essays on pastoral systems, cult, and agricultural economics make this also an important tool for researchers.